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RV12 YDF

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

85,244 mi
Last recorded85,244 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 YDF
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 85,244 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front/rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s front/rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 75,947 miles

Emissions test conducted but no peak reading could be detected.

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe and connecting prescribed areas are corroded but not affecting structural integrity (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2025 75,947 miles

Emissions test conducted but no peak reading could be detected.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe and connecting prescribed areas are corroded but not affecting structural integrity (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 66,297 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 57,072 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 48,069 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Underguards fitted to the front of vehicle

Pass 22 Dec 2021 46,993 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under shield fitted to front and plastic sill guards fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2020 45,235 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 43,702 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 39,331 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 34,733 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 30,549 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 27,293 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 19,745 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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RV12 YDF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV12 YDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV12 YDF registered?

RV12 YDF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is RV12 YDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 YDF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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